Vreedzaam
Example: De vreedzame protesten leidden tot belangrijke veranderingen in de geschiedenis.
Definition
"Vreedzaam" is an adjective describing actions, events, or situations that are peaceful, calm, and free from violence or conflict. For example, in the phrase "De vreedzame protesten leidden tot belangrijke veranderingen in de geschiedenis," it describes protests carried out without aggression or disturbance.
Etymology
The Dutch word "vreedzaam" comes from "vrede," meaning peace, combined with the suffix "-zaam," which denotes a tendency or disposition. Essentially, "vreedzaam" means 'disposed to peace.' Did you know that "vrede" is related to the English word "frith," an old term for peace and security?
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"Vreedzaam" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - History - (B1) - set 1", containing 102 commonly used words.
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